Multimedia Communication Systems - Technology, Standards, and Networks

Author: Feng Gang
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: This book is a comprehensive guide covering the theory, principles, and practical technologies related to multimedia systems. The three top researchers in this field review the key development directions of technologies in multimedia communication, analyze every aspect of multimedia communication system development, and focus on emerging standards, advanced processing technologies, and network/traffic management. The book is divided into 6 chapters. It first discusses the model and elements of network multimedia systems, explains the concepts of audiovisual integration and multimedia processing, and introduces practical techniques for organization, storage, and retrieval. The book primarily discusses all current and emerging MPEG standards, including MPEG-4, MPEG-7, and MPEG-21. Finally, the authors provide an in-depth analysis of multimedia communication across networks. The book is rich in content, well-organized, and accompanied by over 270 illustrations, more than 800 references, and numerous examples. It can serve as a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in computer-related fields, as well as a valuable reference for anyone engaged in advanced multimedia technology research.